Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a medical treatment most commonly used in patients with severe major depression or bipolar disorder that has not responded to other treatments. ECT involves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while the patient is under anesthesia. Listen to this episode to learn more about the differences between ECT, TMS, and VNS. 

😻Note: Listen to the entire episode for a "cat update" from Dr. Duffy. 

Joining us today on The Mental Health Commute is Missy Lile, LIMHP, LADC, Therapist, and Alcohol & Drug Counselor at Alivation Health. Dr. Duffy will be asking her questions about the importance of therapy for overall mental health care. 

 Is okay to seek mental health treatment for a child 10 years of age or younger? 

In today's episode, we dive into the conversation about out-of-pocket costs in mental health. Listen to learn more to understand why you should value your mental health equivalent to your physical health. 

12: 31 | "Walking around with your brain and it looked like you felt.."  

In today's episode, Matt is interviewing Dr. Duffy on the fast-acting medication, Ketamine. 
Want to learn more ? Take a listen.  


Ketamine treatment option at Alivation Health 

Is postpartum depression the same as baby blues? What are the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression?  What causes postpartum depression? Listen to this episode to learn more about postpartum depression.

Articles & References:
Postpartum Depression Symptoms & Causes
Everything you need to know about postpartum depression
Postpartum Depression | March of Dimes